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I strongly condemn the outrageous attack
on our diplomatic facility in Benghazi, which took the lives of four
Americans, including Ambassador Chris Stevens. Right now, the
American people have the families of those we lost in our thoughts
and prayers. They exemplified America's commitment to freedom,
justice, and partnership with nations and people around the globe,
and stand in stark contrast to those who callously took their lives.

I have directed my Administration to
provide all necessary resources to support the security of our
personnel in Libya, and to increase security at our diplomatic posts
around the globe. While the United States rejects efforts to
denigrate the religious beliefs of others, we must all unequivocally
oppose the kind of senseless violence that took the lives of these
public servants.

On a personal note, Chris was a
courageous and exemplary representative of the United States.
Throughout the Libyan revolution, he selflessly served our country
and the Libyan people at our mission in Benghazi. As Ambassador in
Tripoli, he has supported Libya's transition to democracy. His
legacy will endure wherever human beings reach for liberty and
justice. I am profoundly grateful for his service to my
Administration, and deeply saddened by this loss.

The brave Americans we lost represent the
extraordinary service and sacrifices that our civilians make every
day around the globe. As we stand united with their families, let us
now redouble our own efforts to carry their work forward.